An Average Designer Podcast

Explore the challenges, triumphs, and key insights as Jessica shares their personal journey from the initial spark of dissatisfaction to the decisive moment of taking the leap. Uncover practical tips on evaluating your own career path, identifying transferable skills, and embracing the opportunities that lie beyond your comfort zone. Follow us and continue the conversations here: ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠The Design Café Discord Server⁠ Start your creative journey with Adobe: ⁠Sign up for Adobe Creative Cloud here⁠ (Affiliate link) Want me to come speak to your group of designers or do a workshop for Adobe Express: ⁠Hire me as a speaker⁠

In the world of graphic design, receiving negative feedback is almost as inevitable as the creative process itself. But fear not, because in this episode, we're diving deep into the art of embracing criticism and using it to fuel your creative journey. Whether you're a seasoned designer or just starting out, learning how to respond to negative feedback can be a game-changer. Follow us and continue the conversations here: Instagram Facebook The Design Café Discord Server Start your creative journey with Adobe: Sign up for Adobe Creative Cloud here (Affiliate link) Want me to come speak to your group of designers or do a workshop for Adobe Express: Hire me as a speaker

Welcome to "An Average Designer Podcast," your go-to podcast for all things design! Hosted by Jessica, a seasoned graphic designer and your creative confidante, this podcast is your ticket to turning design chaos into pixel-perfect zen. In this episode of "An Average Designer Podcast," host Jessica delves into "The Art of Side Hustles." This captivating exploration goes beyond the financial aspects and uncovers the transformative potential of side hustles in our lives. Subscribe and come back every Tuesday for a new episode of An Average Designer Podcast. Follow us and continue the conversations here: Instagram Facebook The Design Café Discord Server Start your creative journey with Adobe: Sign up for Adobe Creative Cloud here (Affiliate link) Want me to come speak to your group of designers or do a workshop for Adobe Express: Hire me as a speaker

Welcome to "An Average Designer Podcast," your go-to podcast for all things design! Hosted by Jessica, a seasoned graphic designer and your creative confidante, this podcast is your ticket to turning design chaos into pixel-perfect zen. In this episode we delve deep into the world of marketing and why it's an absolute game-changer for young adult entrepreneurs. Hosted by Jessica, this solo episode explores the critical role marketing plays in the success of your business. Subscribe and come back every Tuesday for a new episode of An Average Designer Podcast. Follow us and continue the conversations here: Instagram Facebook The Design Café Discord Server Start your creative journey with Adobe: Sign up for Adobe Creative Cloud here (Affiliate link) Want me to come speak to your group of designers or do a workshop for Adobe Express: Hire me as a speaker

Welcome to "An Average Designer Podcast," your go-to podcast for all things design! Hosted by Jessica, a seasoned graphic designer and your creative confidante, this podcast is your ticket to turning design chaos into pixel-perfect zen. In this engaging podcast episode "Amplifying Your Artistry: Mastering Social Media and Streaming to Elevate Your Graphic Design Career," Jessica explores the dynamic world of social media and live streaming platforms as powerful tools for advancing a graphic design career. Jessica provides valuable insights on how graphic designers can effectively leverage platforms like Instagram, Twitter, Twitch, and YouTube Live to showcase their work, build a global audience, and foster connections with clients. Subscribe and come back every Tuesday for a new episode of An Average Designer Podcast. Follow us and continue the conversations here: Instagram Facebook The Design Café Discord Server Start your creative journey with Adobe: Sign up for Adobe Creative Cloud here (Affiliate link) Want me to come speak to your group of designers or do a workshop for Adobe Express: Hire me as a speaker

Welcome to "An Average Designer Podcast," your go-to podcast for all things design! Hosted by Jessica, a seasoned graphic designer and your creative confidante, this podcast is your ticket to turning design chaos into pixel-perfect zen. In this episode, your host Jessica explores the fascinating and often counterintuitive relationship between perfectionism and creativity. You'll discover how the relentless pursuit of perfection can stifle your design process, slow down your progress, and even lead to creative burnout. Tune in for laughs, learning, and a whole lot of design fun. Whether you're listening during your daily commute or sipping your morning coffee, "An Average Designer Podcast" is your creative companion on the path to design greatness. Hit that play button and let's embark on a design adventure together! Subscribe and come back every Tuesday for a new episode of An Average Designer Podcast. Follow us and continue the conversations here: Instagram Facebook The Design Café Discord Server Start your creative journey with Adobe: Sign up for Adobe Creative Cloud here (Affiliate link) Want me to come speak to your group of designers or do a workshop for Adobe Express: Hire me as a speaker

Welcome to "An Average Designer Podcast," your go-to podcast for all things design! Hosted by Jessica, a seasoned graphic designer and your creative confidante, this podcast is your ticket to turning design chaos into pixel-perfect zen. In this episode, we're diving deep into the art of Streamlining Your Design Process. Whether you're a design newbie or a seasoned pro, we've got tricks up our sleeves that will revolutionize your creative journey. From the power of mood boards to the magic of templates and shortcuts, we're spilling the design beans. But that's not all! Our "An Average Designer" community is at the heart of this podcast, and that's why we're answering your most pressing questions in our Listener Q&A segment. Stay inspired, rock client presentations, and embrace minimalist vibes with our expert insights. Tune in for laughs, learning, and a whole lot of design fun. Whether you're listening during your daily commute or sipping your morning coffee, "An Average Designer Podcast" is your creative companion on the path to design greatness. Hit that play button and let's embark on a design adventure together! Subscribe and come back every Tuesday for a new episode of An Average Designer Podcast. Follow us and continue the conversations here: Instagram Facebook The Design Café Discord Server Start your creative journey with Adobe: Sign up for Adobe Creative Cloud here (Affiliate link) Want me to come speak to your group of designers or do a workshop for Adobe Express: Hire me as a speaker

Unleash Creativity in the Classroom! 📚 Join us as we dive into the colorful world of integrating art education. Discover practical tips, inspiring stories, and why creativity is the secret ingredient for student success. Tune in and paint your teaching journey with vibrant hues Subscribe and come back every Tuesday for a new episode of An Average Designer Podcast. Follow us and continue the conversations here: Instagram Facebook The Design Café Discord Server Start your creative journey with Adobe: Sign up for Adobe Creative Cloud here (Affiliate link) Want me to come speak to your group of designers or do a workshop for Adobe Express: Hire me as a speaker

In today's episode, Jessica talks about what to do when you get creative block and how to get through it. Subscribe and come back every Tuesday for a new episode of An Average Designer Podcast. Follow us and continue the conversations here: Instagram Facebook The Design Café Discord Server Start your creative journey with Adobe: Sign up for Adobe Creative Cloud here (Affiliate link) Want me to come speak to your group of designers or do a workshop for Adobe Express: Hire me as a speaker

Subscribe and come back every Tuesday for a new episode of An Average Designer Podcast. Follow us and continue the conversations here: Instagram Facebook The Design Café Discord Server Start your creative journey with Adobe: Sign up for Adobe Creative Cloud here (Affiliate link) Want me to come speak to your group of designers or do a workshop for Adobe Express: Hire me as a speaker

What happens when the going gets rough? Freelancing isn't easy and sometimes you want to give up. But is it passion or struggles, can you get through it? Subscribe and come back every Tuesday for a new episode of An Average Designer Podcast. Follow us and continue the conversations here: Instagram Facebook The Design Café Discord Server Start your creative journey with Adobe: Sign up for Adobe Creative Cloud here (Affiliate link) Want me to come speak to your group of designers or do a workshop for Adobe Express: Hire me as a speaker

Today's episode of An Average Designer Podcast we want you to understand your value and how to determine your pricing structures. What goes into a price as a graphic designer and how you might undervalue yourself. Resources: AIGA Upwork Subscribe and come back every Tuesday for a new episode of An Average Designer Podcast. Follow us and continue the conversations here: Instagram Facebook The Design Café Discord Server Start your creative journey with Adobe: Sign up for Adobe Creative Cloud here (Affiliate link) Want me to come speak to your group of designers or do a workshop for Adobe Express: Hire me as a speaker

Today's episode of An Average Designer Podcast we help you understand the secret recipe to designing visually captivating graphics for all purposes. Resources: Adobe Fonts Adobe Color Adobe Express (Affiliate Link) Coolors Color Hunt Subscribe and come back every Tuesday for a new episode of An Average Designer Podcast. Follow us and continue the conversations here: Instagram Facebook The Design Café Discord Server Start your creative journey with Adobe: Sign up for Adobe Creative Cloud here (Affiliate link) Want me to come speak to your group of designers or do a workshop for Adobe Express: Hire me as a speaker

Today's episode of An Average Designer Podcast we get real with some hard facts - gatekeeping and how it is effecting the design industry. Is gatekeeping helping or hurting you as a designer? Listen to today's episode to find out! Subscribe and come back every Tuesday for a new episode of An Average Designer Podcast. Follow us and continue the conversations here: Instagram Facebook The Design Café Discord Server Start your creative journey with Adobe: Sign up for Adobe Creative Cloud here (Affiliate link) Want me to come speak to your group of designers or do a workshop for Adobe Express: Hire me as a speaker

Today's episode of An Average Designer Podcast we're doing something a little different to wrap up launch week. Today we are going to explore our very special host herself and get to know her design journey a little bit - from start to present how an awful designer turned into a successful business owner. Thank you again for allowing us to have such an awesome launch week and we truly hope you enjoyed it. Subscribe and come back every Tuesday for a new episode of An Average Designer Podcast. Follow us and continue the conversations here: Instagram Facebook The Design Café Discord Server Start your creative journey with Adobe: Sign up for Adobe Creative Cloud here (Affiliate link) Want me to come speak to your group of designers or do a workshop for Adobe Express: Hire me as a speaker

Today's episode of An Average Designer Podcast we're diving into something every single creative needs - a portfolio! We discuss the key features that make not only a good portfolio, but a great one and how to use your portfolio to gain traction with clients. Come back tomorrow for episode #4 of our LAUNCH WEEK! Please remember to share our podcast! Follow us and continue the conversations here: Instagram Facebook The Design Café Discord Server Start your creative journey with Adobe: Sign up for Adobe Creative Cloud here (Affiliate link) Want me to come speak to your group of designers or do a workshop for Adobe Express: Hire me as a speaker

Today's episode of An Average Designer Podcast we're diving into a topic that many designers can relate to – doing design work for family members. It's a subject that comes with its own set of pros and cons, and in this episode, we'll explore both sides of the coin. Come back tomorrow for episode #3 of our LAUNCH WEEK! Please remember to share our podcast! Follow us and continue the conversations here: Instagram Facebook The Design Café Discord Server Start your creative journey with Adobe: Sign up for Adobe Creative Cloud here (Affiliate link) Want me to come speak to your group of designers or do a workshop for Adobe Express: Hire me as a speaker

Today's episode of An Average Designer Podcast we're going to delve into a topic that's been buzzing around the graphic design community for quite some time—should aspiring graphic designers go to university for a graphic design degree? It's a question that sparks a lot of debate, and we're excited to explore both the pros and cons. Come back tomorrow for episode #2 of our LAUNCH WEEK! Please remember to share our podcast! Show resources: Design Mentorship Programs USNEWS Article about Tuiton Prices Skillshares Blog Post about Dylan Meirzwinski American Institute of Graphic Art (AIGA) Follow us and continue the conversations here: Instagram Facebook The Design Café Discord Server Start your creative journey with Adobe: Sign up for Adobe Creative Cloud here (Affiliate link) Want me to come speak to your group of designers or do a workshop for Adobe Express: Hire me as a speaker

This episode is a short introduction to An Average Designer Podcast. Follow us and continue the conversations here: ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠The Design Café Discord Server⁠ Start your creative journey with Adobe: ⁠Sign up for Adobe Creative Cloud here⁠ (Affiliate link) Want me to come speak to your group of designers or do a workshop for Adobe Express: ⁠Hire me as a speaker⁠ Transcript: Are you an aspiring graphic designer looking to level up your skills? Or perhaps you're already in the field, but you're craving that extra push to break free from the shackles of average? Well, you're in the right place! Welcome to "An Average Designer Podcast," the show that's here to transform ordinary graphic designers into extraordinary creative forces! I'm your host, Jessica, owner of Viches Niche Creative Studios, Adobe Express Ambassador and partner of Agape Leaders and Im thrilled to embark on this journey with you as we explore the world of design, freelancing, and everything in between. On this podcast, we'll dive headfirst into the exciting realm of design, sharing expert advice, insightful tips, and actionable knowledge that will empower you to grow both as a graphic designer and as a freelancer. We believe that average is simply not good enough, and our mission is to help you surpass those limitations. Joining us on this creative odyssey will be a lineup of industry experts, successful freelancers, and seasoned designers who have walked the path you're currently treading. Their stories, experiences, and wisdom will serve as guiding beacons to illuminate your own professional journey. Together, we'll unravel the secrets to mastering the latest design trends, harnessing the power of color and typography, and creating captivating visual experiences that leave a lasting impact. But we won't stop there. We'll also tackle the business side of freelancing, including client management, pricing strategies, and marketing techniques that will help you thrive in the competitive design landscape.   So, whether you're seeking practical techniques to enhance your skills or craving a dose of inspiration to ignite your creative fire, "An Average Designer Podcast" is your go-to resource for transformational growth. We're here to break down barriers, foster innovation, and equip you with the tools to exceed expectations.   I'm excited to embark on this journey with you, so be sure to subscribe and tune in to our upcoming episodes. Together, let's rise above average and unleash your full creative potential. Welcome to "An Average Designer Podcast"!